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VIS Experimental High School

Taiwan, Taipei

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees NT$130,180 - 151,478
Ages 12 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 262
Type Co-educational
Opened 2019
Bus Service No
Part of
VIS Experimental High School
Academic offering
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Typical class size 15
Strengths Academic Enrichment, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Social and Hobbies
Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form, Middle School, High School, Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

VIS International Experimental Education in Taipei was founded in 2019. The High School site is on the National Taiwan University campus (Xing Yuan Building) near Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, with the Junior High/Elementary campus located on Roosevelt Road in Da'an District. The campus area is in central Taipei, surrounded by major cultural landmarks and university facilities.

This campus is part of VIS Experimental High School

The Essentials

VIS Experimental High School has 262 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
VIS operates on two campuses in Taipei. The Senior High Campus is housed in the Xing Yuan Building of National Taiwan University on Roosevelt Road (No. 97, Sec. 1, Roosevelt Rd., Zhongzheng District), with MRT access at Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall. The Junior High and Elementary Campus is located at No. 13, Ln. 133, Sec. 4, Roosevelt Rd., Da'an District, Taipei City 106223 (MRT: Gongguan). The campuses are near NTU landmarks and other major city venues.

Stages
VIS operates three divisions: Elementary, Junior High, and Senior High. The school lists Grade Levels as 5–12, with the Senior High campus at NTU and the Junior High/Elementary site on Roosevelt Rd.

Type
VIS is a private international school offering all-English courses. Academics are framed by the Ontario Curriculum, and the school maintains affiliations with CIS, WASC, College Board, and the British Council.

Additional learning support
The site notes an English as a Second Language (ESL) program as part of its academics. It does not publicly detail specific SEN (Special Educational Needs) provisions or facilities.

Country affiliation
Ontario Curriculum is the curricular framework, indicating a Canada (Ontario) affiliation for its standards.

Religious affiliation
VIS's official pages do not list any religious affiliation.

School day structure
VIS publishes an All-School Calendar, but fixed daily start and end times are not published on the public pages. Timings may vary by campus and division; parents should confirm hours with Admissions.

Bus service
Public information about a school bus service is not published on VIS's site. Given the campuses' Taipei locations and MRT access, families commonly use public transit or arrange their own drop-offs; for any transport arrangements, contact Admissions.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Founder: Wanxiang International Cultural Education Association. The VIS site shows governance through a dedicated foundation structure (The VIS Foundation) and a Board of Directors, with international affiliations noted.
Fees

Annual tuition at VIS Experimental High School ranges from TWD 130,180 to TWD 151,478 for 2026/27.

VIS Experimental High School (Taipei) publishes its current fee schedule in the 2025 Admissions Brochure and on the official Tuition and Fees pages. The base figures below come from the school's published materials and reflect the 2025/2026 academic year structure (two semesters per year; fees listed per semester unless noted otherwise). All amounts are in New Taiwan Dollars (NT$).
Academics

VIS Experimental High School teaches Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 12 to 18.

Curriculum
VIS High School delivers a Project/Problem-Based Learning (PBL) curriculum across disciplines, anchored to the Ontario provincial curriculum standards, which are shown on student transcripts. In Grade 9, students build and analyze written arguments, develop mathematical reasoning, conduct Taipei-area scientific investigations, expand global geographic knowledge, and study world and Taiwanese history using the historical method. In Grades 10–11, students select from a broad range of electives and participate in cooperative education programs in Taipei, including access to research and medical laboratories, university projects, and internships to build their academic and professional portfolios. In Grade 12, students design, develop, and complete a Capstone Project that localizes a global issue and delivers a locally impactful solution. Beyond core courses, VIS offers evening electives in modern languages (French, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese language studies) and Advanced Placement (AP) courses to support international university pathways.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
VIS emphasizes holistic student development and character, with the Chancellor's Welcome describing a diverse, globally minded community and noting that staff act as advisors, coaches, counselors, mentors, and leaders in exploration. The school highlights individualized communication and guidance to tailor each student's educational experience. Student life features such as the Student Council, Community Service, and After-School clubs provide opportunities for collaboration, leadership, and social responsibility that support social-emotional growth. The VIS philosophy centers on Locally Cooperative Education, Critical Thinking, and Global Citizenship as a foundation for SEL.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN. The publicly available materials describe general student support staff roles, including advisors, counselors, and mentors, rather than a dedicated SEN program. There is no published SEN policy page on the VIS site. The emphasis on personalized guidance and mentorship in Chancellor's Welcome and Our Philosophy suggests a broad approach to supporting diverse learners, though no specific SEN provisions are described. For definitive SEN details, contacting VIS directly is recommended.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The VIS site lists English as a Second Language (EAL) Program under Academics as part of the Ontario Curriculum offerings. EAL is described as an official component within VIS's program alongside other academic tracks. The Ontario Curriculum is listed among VIS's academic frameworks (alongside PBL, AP, and SAT/ACT). This indicates EAL is integrated within the general academic program, rather than as a standalone external service. Specific staff details or program nuances for EAL are not publicly disclosed on the site.

Mental Wellbeing
VIS supports mental wellbeing through a counseling team described as advisors, coaches, counselors, mentors, and leaders in exploration. The school emphasizes individualized communication and guidance to tailor each student's educational experience. A counselor visits classes at the start of each semester to educate students on personal privacy and campus safety, illustrating proactive wellbeing and safeguarding. Club and after-school activities, such as the After-School Study Club and various clubs, provide peer support and mentorship that bolster social-emotional wellbeing. Public details about formal mental health programs beyond counseling are not publicly disclosed.

Safeguarding
VIS conducts safeguarding education through its counseling staff; for example, at the start of each semester a counselor visits classes to teach about personal privacy and campus safety and to promote respectful relationships. The school publishes a Virus Prevention Policy section with epidemic prevention measures, indicating health- and safety-related safeguarding. These practices reflect the school's approach to protecting students' safety and privacy within campus life. Safeguarding-related announcements appear in school news and policy posts, underscoring a structured focus on student safety.
Parent Experience

History
VIS International Experimental Education in Taipei was founded in 2019 by the Wanxiang International Cultural Education Association – Betterworld Lab (WICEA-betterworld lab). The school operates under the VIS Foundation, with Dr. Mei-Chin Lin serving as Principal Investigator. It serves students in Grades 5–12 across two campuses: Senior High on Roosevelt Road (3F, 4F and 6F of No. 97, Sec. 1, Roosevelt Rd., Zhongzheng District) and Junior High at No. 13, Ln. 133, Sec. 4, Roosevelt Rd., Da'an District. The curriculum blends an Ontario framework with Project-Based Learning and Advanced Placement options, and VIS maintains affiliations with the College Board, the Council of International Schools, and the British Council Partner School Global Network, while pursuing Western Association of Schools and Colleges candidacy.

Community
VIS's school community includes a Student Council, a range of clubs, and ongoing community service activities that connect families with campus life. The school hosts biannual PBL Exhibitions at Huashan 1914 Creative Park and hosts Alumni Panels where former students share experiences with current students and families. Parent involvement is supported through events such as VIS Afternoon Tea for current parents, and parent-focused talks like Life Design presentations; Discover Taipei activities also involve parents in learning experiences. Activities like SLC (Student Led Conferences) and regular club/community events foster interaction among students, families, and staff.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The VIS site does not publish a formal PTA, but parent engagement is facilitated through a series of school-led events and programs. Examples include VIS Afternoon Tea for parents (an in-person event with the Chancellor and alumni parents), Life Design presentations for parents, and the annual Student Led Conference (SLC) where students lead the discussion with teachers and parents. Alumni Panels regularly feature VIS graduates and CIC alumni sharing college applications and planning experiences with current families. PBL Exhibitions invite parent attendance to view student projects, and book launches and Discover Taipei events explicitly welcome parents as participants. These activities illustrate structured channels for parent involvement even in the absence of a published PTA organization.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has two Taipei campuses. The High School is located in the Xing Yuan Building of National Taiwan University, near Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall MRT. The Junior High and Elementary operations share space at No. 13, Ln. 133, Sec. 4, Roosevelt Rd., Da'an District, Taipei City, near Gongguan MRT. The High School is close to landmarks such as the National Theater, National Concert Hall, National Library, and other cultural institutions; the Junior High is near National Taiwan University and Treasure Hill Artist Village.

Sports Facilities
Badminton Club is offered as part of extracurricular sports; the Club Gallery lists this and other sport-related clubs.

Academic Facilities
The curriculum is aligned with Ontario, Canada provincial standards. The program emphasizes Project/Problem-Based Learning (PBL) across disciplinary courses and interdisciplinary work. In grades 9, 10–11, students complete a sequence of core and elective courses with opportunities to engage in research or university collaborations in Taipei. In grade 12, students complete a Capstone Project that localizes a global issue. Evening electives include Advanced Placement (AP) courses and modern languages such as French, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Club Gallery lists numerous after-school clubs, including After-School Study Club, AI and Teach for Good Club, Art Club, Badminton Club, Bakery Science Club, Business/MEC Club, Chess Club, Geoguessr Club, Global Resolution Forum, Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Good Club, Marketing and Management Club, Model United Nations Club, Puzzle Club, Research Club, Robotics.AI Club, Running Club, SCOPE Newsletter Club, Self-Defense Club, and more.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
VIS offers the Ontario Curriculum and Project Based Learning (PBL). The High School provides Advanced Placement (AP) courses and access to SAT/ACT testing. An English as a Second Language program supports language development. Grade levels run from five to twelve, with Junior High enrollment of 122 students and Senior High enrollment of 175 students. The school has 99 faculty and staff members and an average class size of 15. High School is located at the Xing Yuan Building of National Taiwan University (3F, 4F, and 6F) at No. 97, Roosevelt Road, Section 1, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City 10093; Junior High is located at No. 13, Lane 133, Section 4, Roosevelt Road, Da'an District, Taipei City 106223, Taiwan. The school is authorized by the College Board to offer AP courses (CEEB code 694004), is a member of the Partner School Global Network via the British Council, is a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS), and is a Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) candidate.

Cultural & Language
All instruction is delivered in English. An English as a Second Language program is available.

Social & Hobbies
Student life includes a Student Council and a Club Gallery. There are educational tours and opportunities to explore Taipei, and the school runs Community Service activities.

Community & Service
Community Service programs are part of School Life, with ongoing volunteering and service opportunities.

Leadership & Professional
College Counseling is provided, and an Honors Program is offered. VIS is authorized by the College Board to provide AP courses (CEEB code 694004) and participates in the British Council's Partner School Global Network; the school is a CIS member and a WASC candidate.
Languages

Language Provision
The school has high school, junior high, and elementary divisions. All courses are taught in English.
Reputation

Accreditations
VIS is publicly listed by its own site as a member or affiliate of multiple international accreditation and partner organizations. Specifically:
- Council of International Schools (CIS) – VIS is a CIS member, indicating participation in CIS's global international-school community and adherence to CIS standards.
- College Board – VIS is a member institution of the College Board, aligning with College Board programs (including AP and college admissions resources).
- British Council Partner School Global Network – VIS is a member of the British Council's Partner School Global Network, reflecting international collaboration with the British Council framework.
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) – VIS is shown as a WASC accreditation-related entity on its site (the site also notes WASC as an accreditation body; VIS has pursued WASC processes as part of its international accreditation trajectory).
- Educational Collaborative for International Schools (ECIS) – VIS publicly announced ECIS membership, joining this global international-school association.
- AAIE – VIS publicly announced membership in the Association for the Advancement of International Education (AAIE).
- IAIE – VIS publicly announced membership in IAIE (an international education organization listed alongside other international bodies).
- IAIE/ECIS context note: VIS's communications also reference IAIE and AAIE in the same 2025 membership wave that included ECIS.
Admissions

Admissions
VIS International Experimental Education provides a three-step admissions process for its primary, middle, and high school programs. Step 1 is Documents Submission: families submit a digital application form (downloadable from the site), complete an online English test, and provide the student's transcript/report card and attendance records. Step 2 is Interviews: the process includes a student interview and a family interview, conducted to assess fit and readiness. Step 3 is Acceptance and Enrollment: if offered admission, families receive an acceptance letter and a tuition bill, and must follow the enrollment instructions to finalize enrollment. The site also indicates fee information available to applicants during enrollment: the application/registration fee is NT$30,000 (one-time), and tuition is NT$268,000 per semester, with two semesters typically constituting a school year; additional fees may apply for textbooks, lab courses (NT$20,000 for G10 lab at NTU), after-school electives, student activities, PBL projects, lunch (about NT$3,300 per month), and clubs, among others. For reference on the fee schedule and what is included, see VIS Tuition and Fees and the Application/Enrollment steps on the VIS site.

Scholarships
VIS offers scholarships with several pathways, including a primary VIS Scholarship program and additional merit-based options. VIS Scholarship (Honors Program) provides two main amounts: NT$500,000 in total (disbursed over six semesters) and NT$300,000 in total (also disbursed over six semesters). Each scholarship's annual maximum per semester can be up to half of the tuition, and applications are reviewed by VIS's academic and administrative leadership; eligibility includes strong academic performance and English interview performance. Eligibility criteria require top exam results (A++ in Taiwan's junior/high school exams in five subjects, or A++ in four subjects) plus an English interview, plus ongoing performance metrics such as attendance and grades, and a financial need assessment (income and housing criteria) to determine qualification. Required documents include an application form, transcripts, household registration records, bankbook copies, and related financial documents; applicants may apply after award notification, with a deadline of within one month after the award for many scholarship categories. Scholarships are disbursed directly to the recipient's bank account, and there are conditions for withdrawal of eligibility if fraud or major violations occur. Additional categories include Special Skills Scholarships (awarded for winning national or international competitions) with prizes ranging from NT$1,500 to NT$10,000 depending on placement, and Guidelines for Attending Academic Conference Scholarships (up to NT$20,000 per publication) with eligibility for VIS students presenting at conferences; each of these programs has its own application requirements, review procedures, deadlines, and disbursement rules. For the main VIS Scholarship, see the document “VIS 獎學金申請辦法” (awards up to NT$500,000 or NT$300,000), including eligibility and documentation; for Special Skills Scholarships, see “才藝特殊表現獎學金” with award amounts and required documents; for Academic Conference Scholarships see “參加學術研討會獎學金” with a maximum of NT$20,000 per publication and related requirements.
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